From Short-Range To Cruise: The Missiles In Iran’s Arsenal And How Far They Can Strike
Iran's missile arsenal, including short- and medium-range systems, has become a key component of its military power due to limitations on its air force. The country's vast missile and drone arsenal is used for rapid retaliation, signaling escalation, and projecting power across the region.
Iran's military power is built around its missile arsenal, which includes short- and medium-range systems. The country has invested heavily in this area due to limitations on its air force. Iran's missile arsenal is used for rapid retaliation and sustained strikes. The arsenal includes systems such as Zolfaghar, Qiam-1, and Shahab-1, with ranges of up to 800 km. Medium-range missiles, including Shahab-3 and Emad, have a range of up to 2,500 km, putting Israel and US-linked facilities in the Gulf within range. Iran has fired over 1,200 ballistic missiles since the start of the conflict, with more than 70% of its missile launchers destroyed.
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